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Declaration Life
by Cristabelle Braden
What if we could learn to declare truth over lies, hope over darkness, and live empowered in our purpose? Welcome to a space designed to help you reframe your mindset by declaring life. Hosted by Cristabelle Braden, award-winning singer/songwriter, speaker, writer, and brain injury survivor, this is a faith-based podcast all about living an intentional lifestyle. Listen for relatable conversations and powerful testimonies from inspiring women and experts in their fields. Come as you are. It’s time to take your story back and be who God has created you to be - you were made for more!
Episodes
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Declare Life (Reflections 20)
Today Cristabelle shares the heart behind what it means to "Declare Life" after 82 episodes! This is the Season 1 finale. Thank you all for listening and being a part of learning what it means to "Live a Declaration Life" together! When I started this, I had no idea what podcasting was really…
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62. Our Plans in God's Hands - with Dr. Marilyn Pendelton
“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the LORD establishes their steps.” Proverbs 16:9 Today, Dr. Marilyn Pendelton is here to share her story and encouragement to listeners about allowing God to shape your path. She is a grief recovery method specialist and also shares about declaring...
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61. Heartache and Hope - with Brooke Robertson
"I really believe that God can use some of the deepest and darkest things that we’ve gone through for good if we let Him." Today, singer/songwriter Brooke Robertson is here to tell her redemption story of taking her voice back- forgiveness healing the wounds of sexual abuse from her childhood.…
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Why did Jesus have to die? (Reflections 19)
Today we dig into the heart of why Jesus died for us, and what that means as we live for Him. “But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 For this episode, Cristabelle is joined once again by Eseosa Ajala as we acknowledge and...
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With A Little Hope: Lessons Learned Through Brain Injury (Reflections 18)
Today Cristabelle shares some of the major lessons she has learned through her journey with brain injury, centered on hope and faith. March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by Cristabelle Braden Instagram: @declarationlife Facebook: @declarationlife Group:...
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60. Learning to D.A.N.C.E. - with Amara Riccio
Today is a very special episode sharing the incredible story of Amara Riccio. She is a brain injury survivor and has experienced a life changing neurological condition over the last few years which has significantly reduced her capacity for movement - yet she continues to D.A.N.C.E. with such…
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59. Faith, Courage & Vulnerability - with Cyndie Braden, M.S.
Faith helps us to have courage in the midst of the darkest days. Today, Cristabelle is joined by her mother, Cyndie Braden. Cyndie shares some of her faith journey and how she has learned to trust God through difficult seasons of life. •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by Cristabelle Braden IG:...
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Hope Survives - Brain Injury Awareness Month (Reflections 17)
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month! Today, Cristabelle is joined by her mom, Cyndie Braden, to talk about our family’s journey with brain injury. We talk about finding hope, brain injury symptoms, and the struggles our family has faced. This interview is the first episode of Cristabelle’s…
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58. Overcomer Mindset - with Tynisha Lewis, BA, JD
What does it mean to be an overcomer? Today, Tynisha Lewis joins Cristabelle to share her powerful testimony and have a conversation about overcoming with Christ in many areas of life, including toxic relationships. “No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us.”...
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57. Heart Renovation - with Janie Culligan
“I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.” Ezekiel 36:26 Today, Cristabelle is joined by Janie Culligan to share her testimony and story of redemption, and how God has truly given her a heart renovation from...
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56. God Saw Me Through - with Margaret-Rose
“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength…” (Isaiah 40:31a) Today, Margaret-Rose is here to share some of her testimony and how God has been faithful in all seasons. Through failures, getting back up, grief, loss, and more, this is an inspirational episode about how God truly is a...
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Be Kind to Yourself (Reflections 16)
Be kind to yourself. Today Cristabelle shares an encouraging message about giving ourselves grace in the hard days, along with some of her recent struggles with brain injury symptoms and feeling overwhelmed. “The Lord is at hand; do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and...
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55. Through the Battle - with Zakiah Hudson
Let’s talk about what it means to trust that God carries us through the battle. Today, Zakiah Hudson (Menagerie Music) joins Cristabelle to share some of her powerful testimony. We discuss depression and mental health, what it means to overcome, music & creativity, setting boundaries, connecting...
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Spiritual Rest - How to Rest in God's Presence (Reflections 15)
For when your soul is weary… today we are talking all about spiritual rest. How do we rest in God’s presence? How do we find peace when life feels so uncertain? What is the difference between physical, mental, and spiritual rest? Let’s talk about it. Today, Cristabelle is joined once again by...
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54. Growing in Faith - with Chanté E̩nu
Let’s talk about how we can grow in relationship with the Lord! Today Chanté E̩nu joins Cristabelle for a conversation on learning and growing in faith. She shares some of her faith journey and encouragement to listeners on how to stay connected to the Lord. •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by...
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53. Beauty in our Scars - with Michelle Andrea Williams
When we go through difficult things in life, it’s easy to want to hide them away. Today, Michelle Andrea Williams joins Cristabelle for a conversation about finding purpose through healing, and how there is beauty in our scars. She shares a powerful testimony of redemption, healing from trauma,...
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Emmanuel: Light in Darkness (Reflections 14)
This year has been hard. Let's remember Emmanuel, God With Us, Jesus Christ has brought light to the world and hope to our darkest days. Today we celebrate Advent with an encouraging message from Cristabelle this Christmas. "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who…
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52. Refined by Fire - with Shantel Snells
What does it mean to be refined by fire? Let’s talk about it! Today, Cristabelle is joined by Shantel Snells for an inspiring conversation about finding a purpose through our trials. She shares about overcoming depression, discovering healthy outlets that birth creativity, purity as a lifestyle,...
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51. Rediscovering Faith - with Byrnese Craig
Let’s talk about what it means to rediscover our faith, and how that can help us to both have a deeper connection with the Lord and also to truly love others with compassion. Today Cristabelle is joined by Byrnese Craig, host of the (Re)Discovery Podcast, for a conversation full of practical tips...
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How to Practice Gratefulness - when you don't feel like it! (Reflections 13)
How do we give thanks to God when we don’t feel thankful for our circumstances? How does giving thanks help us get through tough times? How does it change our mindset? Let’s talk about all of this and more. Because let’s be real... it’s not always easy to feel thankful, especially with the year...
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50. Rise Up - with Micaela Deegan
It’s time to rise up! Today, Cristabelle is joined by Micaela Deegan for a fun, inspiring conversation about what it means to rise up and grab ahold of our purpose. Micaela shares her testimony, what it means to be “modern day Esthers,” and lots of encouragement to listeners on what it means to...
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49. Living Free - with Crystal Daye
Freedom isn't just a concept, but it's a reality of life in Christ. Today, award-winning author, speaker, and podcaster Crystal Daye joins Cristabelle to share her powerful testimony of freedom, and the way that the Lord transformed her heart and life. Let's talk about how we can truly be free…
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48. Faith in the Midst - with Courtney Lowman
Through seasons of grief, waiting, and uncertainty, it can be hard to keep faith and trust in the Lord. Today, Courtney Lowman joins Cristabelle to share the story of God’s faithfulness in her life through seasons of hardship, along with tips for trusting in God and the importance of finding and...
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47. Turning to God - with Carin Jayne Casey (Domestic Violence Awareness Month)
Through hardships and struggles in life beginning at a young age, Carin Jayne Casey is the definition of an overcomer. Today, she joins Cristabelle to share her story of hope and healing coming out of domestic violence, and encouragement for listeners on how to pursue peace and turn to the Lord…
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46. Speaking Life & Stepping Out - with Sherry Jones
"The power of life and death is in the tongue; chose life." That is the motto of Sherry Jones, and as an inspirational speaker, author, podcast host, and CEO of Sherry Speaks Life, she lives it out every day! Today she joins Cristabelle for a conversation about the impact that speaking life can...
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45. Serving with Love - with Shea Suiter
For the past 5 years, Shea Suiter has served and led ministry teams locally and abroad learning about how to serve and love others well, even when it is grey and messy. Today, she joins Cristabelle for a conversation about serving in both local and global missions, and also simply just learning…
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How to Pray Deeper (Reflections 12)
Let’s dive into how to pray deeper - including what prayer really is, the difference between prayer and meditation, how to get started if you don’t know where to begin, and so much more. Today, Cristabelle is joined once again by writer and poet Eseosa Ajala, who previously shared her story on...
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44. Sing Your Own Song - with Kayla Capone Kasper
Life is about more than just finding your voice - it’s also about taking action and singing your own song! Kayla Capone Kasper is an example of someone who has learned to do just that - both metaphorically and literally. Kayla is a voice teacher/coach, actor, and singer, and today she joins...
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43. Our Plans and God's Purpose - with Jacinth Headlam
When life takes a detour, we can be confident that God's purpose remains. Today, multi-award winning actress, QVC model, author, and speaker Jacinth Headlam joins Cristabelle Braden for a conversation about how our plans intersect with God's purpose, the transformation your life can take from…
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Concussion Awareness & Hope (Reflections 11)
All about Concussions! Signs & symptoms, common misunderstandings, and a message of hope. Today, Cristabelle Braden is joined by fellow TBI survivor and advocate Candace Gantt for a conversation all about concussions, including some of their own personal experiences. *Hear Candace's full story on...
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42. Be Patient with Yourself - with Candace Gantt
A survivor of a serious traumatic brain injury from a bicycle accident, Candace Gantt is a respected advocate for brain injury and the founder of Mind Your Brain Foundation. Today she joins Cristabelle to share some of her story, as well as examples and encouragement for whatever you are going...
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41. A Story of Hope - Suicide Prevention - with Jess Hammel
A courageous young woman speaking out with a voice of hope, Jess Hammel embodies the spirit of a true survivor. After a childhood of trauma led to self-harm, an eating disorder, and suicide attempts as a teenager, she is now using her voice to help others know that there is light at the end of…
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40. Getting Unstuck - with Noa Jordan
Friendships, relationships, job… have you ever felt just… stuck in a situation? Today, singer/songwriter Noa Jordan joins Cristabelle for a conversation about how to step out of feeling stuck and into a healthy mindset. We also talk about creating healthy boundaries in relationships, and how to...
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39. The Process of Perseverance - with Andrena Sawyer
Originally from Freetown, Sierra Leone, Andrena Sawyer and her family moved to the United States when she was nine years old due to a civil war that left thousands dead and untold numbers displaced. Today, she joins Cristabelle to share her inspirational story and how she become an author,...
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38. Authentic Living & A Heart of Worship - with Glory O.
How do we dig deeper in living our purpose? Today, Cristabelle is joined by worship leader Glory O. for a conversation on how worship is more than just music, but a lifestyle that helps us to deeply connect with identity and discover our most authentic self. •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by...
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37. Jump Into Purpose - with KariAnne Wood
Sometimes, God is calling us to take a little jump… or a big one! Today, Cristabelle welcomes award-winning author and blogger KariAnne Wood from Thistlewood Farms for an encouraging conversation on following the nudges God gives us, and learning to fearlessly jump into God’s plan for our lives-...
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36. Faith in the Waiting - with Sarah Felicia
Let's get real: it's not always easy to trust in God's timing. Today, Cristabelle welcomes singer/songwriter Sarah Felicia for an encouraging, uplifting, and honest conversation about music, life, having faith in the waiting, and how to make the most of whatever season you are currently in!...
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How to Be More Creative (Reflections 10)
Today, Cristabelle welcomes back singer/songwriter Lydia Walker for a conversation about creativity! We’ll talk about some practical tips for being more creative in your life, advice for being productive, and not letting fear hold us back from trying new things! *Hear Lydia's story on Episode 25...
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35. Making an Impact - with Dr. Heather Evans
Have you ever wanted to make a difference, but didn’t know where to start? Today, Cristabelle welcomes Dr. Heather Evans for an inspiring conversation about how God can lead and equip us within our current season to truly make an impact and create change right where we are. She also shares her...
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34. Healing in the Storm - with Robin Luftig
When a sudden seizure led to the discovery of a brain tumor, Robin Luftig was told she may only have ten days left. Today, she joins Cristabelle to share about her journey through those ten days, the process of recovery after brain surgery, and encouragement for healing through the storms of…
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How to Find Hope Again (Reflections 9)
What do you do when you've lost hope? It's not an easy question to answer, but something we all struggle with at some point. Today Cristabelle is sharing a passage of scripture that has changed how she looks at hope, and also some practical tools on how to apply it to your life. Sometimes, it…
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33. When Life is Interrupted - with Jaci Velasquez
How do we trust in the Lord when life takes a turn? Today, Cristabelle welcomes multi-Platinum recording artist Jaci Velasquez. From the struggles of life in the spotlight after finding sudden fame at 16, to being a wife and mother of two boys, to navigating the waters of learning her oldest son...
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32. Living Beyond Anxiety - with Eseosa Ajala
Let's talk about anxiety. Where is it rooted? How do we overcome it? What does the Bible have to say about it? Today, Cristabelle welcomes poet and writer Eseosa Ajala for a conversation about mental and spiritual health, and how we can learn to live beyond anxiety by looking to our worth in…
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31. Show Up For Your Life - with Laura J. Hanson
Every moment is an opportunity! Today, Cristabelle welcomes special guest Laura J. Hanson for an insightful conversation about how to truly show up for your life, tips for reducing stress, practicing mindfulness, and so much more! •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by Cristabelle Braden Instagram:...
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Racism: Listen, Learn, Act (Reflections 8)
Let’s have a real conversation about racism in America. Today, Cristabelle is joined by special guests Christa Deánā & Zichari Young for an eye-opening conversation about being black in America, the systemic racism that is still happening today, and how our generation has the opportunity to make…
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30. Not Limited - with Joi Woo
Born with hydrocephalus and having had multiple brain surgeries throughout her childhood, Joi Woo embodies the spirit of a true overcomer. Today, Cristabelle welcomes Joi to share her story and encouragement to keep moving forward! •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted by Cristabelle Braden Instagram:...
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Brain Health Strategies with Dr. Jeremy Schmoe (Reflections 7)
Your daily life is impacted greatly by the health of your brain, whether you are aware of it or not! Let's talk about some specific tips, knowledge, and strategies that can help you to live a more intentional life through paying attention to your brain. Today, Cristabelle is joined by special…
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29. Standing Courageous - with Paula Walters
Your past does not define or limit your future. Today, Cristabelle is joined by guest Paula Walters to share her story of overcoming abuse, brain injury, and hopelessness. This is an inspiring conversation that focuses on healing from trauma and how to move forward, including all of the emotions...
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28. Your Place in God’s Story - with Leigh Powers
There is a purpose for each of us! Today Cristabelle is joined by special guest Leigh Powers for an inspiring conversation about stepping into the place God has prepared for you. As an author and Biblical scholar, Leigh is able to share invaluable insight, wisdom, and application to our lives as…
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Getting Through Hard Days (Reflections 6)
Encouragement for the tough days - including a mini pep talk from Cristabelle, and some practical tips to help you get through these difficult days. Most of all, remember to be kind to yourself. Reflections is a series of special episodes, each on a different topic. •CONNECT & MORE INFO• Hosted…
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What if we could learn to declare truth over lies, hope over darkness, and live empowered in our purpose? Welcome to a space designed to help you reframe your mindset by declaring life. Hosted by Cristabelle Braden, award-winning singer/songwriter, speaker, writer, and brain injury survivor, this is a faith-based podcast all about living an intentional lifestyle. Listen for relatable conversations and powerful testimonies from inspiring women and experts in their fields. Come as you are. It’s time to take your story back and be who God has created you to be - you were made for more!
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